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Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Programme Specification
BSc (Hons) Visual Effects for Film and TV
Awarding Institution: The University of Bolton
Teaching Institution: The University of Bolton
Division and/or Faculty/Institute:
Arts and Media Technologies
Professional accreditation
Professional body
Professional body URL
Status of graduates
N/A N/A N/A
Final award(s): BSc(Hons)
Interim award(s)
Exit or Fallback award(s) Cert HE Visual Effects for Film and Television Dip HE Visual Effects for Film and Television
Programme title(s) Visual Effects for Film and Television
UCAS Code
W614
JACS Code
W614
University Course Code(s) Full Time - CRT0021 Part Time - CRT5013
QAA Benchmark Statement(s) Art and Design / Computing
Other internal and external reference points
QAA Academic Infrastructure, including the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications and the Code of Practice UK Quality Code for Higher Education University of Bolton awards framework
Language of study
English
Mode of study and normal period of study
Full time – 3 years Part time –5 years
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Admissions criteria Entry requirements (typical offer):
- 5 GCSE above 'C' including English and mathematics - Two, but preferably three, A2-levels (or equivalent) including at least one creative
subject that includes some computing / art and design. - Successful completion of interview
If English is not your first language you will also need IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent)
Additional admissions matters We may interview applicants to take any previous work and/or experience into account when making offers. Presentation of applicants’ work/experience is usually in the form of a portfolio of recent effects-related (or project-based) work. The quality of the portfolio can be used alongside traditional UCAS point bearing qualifications to determine the success of an application; therefore special consideration will be given to applicants without the above qualifications who have a strong portfolio.
Fitness to practise declaration Not applicable
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Aims of the programme
The principal aims of the programmes are to:
1. provide a broad education in Special and Visual Effects for Film and Television.
2. enable students to acquire knowledge and understanding, develop personal attributes and master essential technical and transferable skills to enable them to work in the Special and/or Visual Effects Design/Development sections of the broadcast/film production industries.
3. challenge students to show innovation and creativity in the context of Special and Visual Effects.
4. establish an individual work-related plan for each graduate based on individual need and market opportunity within the specialism.
5. establish key values in the students’ skill set including the areas of entrepreneurialism, internationalisation, sustainability and social, public and ethical responsibility.
Distinctive features of the programme
The Visual Effects for Film and TV course has been designed to prepare graduates with the skills and capabilities to contribute to the exciting field of Visual Effects. It is concerned primarily with the area of Computer Generated Imagery (CGI) notably 3D objects and environments as well as the photo realistic integration and composition of live and CGI footage.
Visual Effects at the University of Bolton have been designed for students as a pathway of visual self-discovery. Through key developments in knowledge, research, professional tutelage and self-development students are offered choice and diversity in a supportive, market-aware environment. The programmes provide a broad range of learning and teaching opportunities in special and visual effects practice including conceptual, technical, production and commercial areas. The Visual Effects course is one-half of a pair of courses alongside the physical effects focussed BDes in Special Effects for Film and TV. Whilst the Visual Effects for Film and TV course specialises in the field of Computer Generated Visual effects it shares common modules with the BDes route thus offering exposure to both areas of effects work. This combination and the experience developed through interdisciplinary, multi-year team projects provide an opportunity for students to design and implement the best overall effects solution. Industry feedback shows that there is crossover between the areas on large scale projects and the best method of delivering a shot will often combine aspects of CG and physical effects. The culmination of the programmes is a body of Visual Effects work suited to individual portfolio/showreel development to a level required for potential employment, with the work
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
being based on individually researched concepts and theories. The specialist modules at later levels combined with individual projects enable you to develop your skills to the point where you are ready to contribute to major motion picture and television projects upon graduate employment. Recent graduates from the Effects degrees are enjoying great success within globally renowned companies some of which are recent and current holders of awards such as BAFTAs and Oscars. As of 2011/2 at least one graduate from every year of the Effects courses has been hired by an Oscar Winning agency. The programme aims to develop knowledge and understanding of contemporary special and visual effects practice including digital asset creation, pre and postproduction work, integration with physical effects and the overall production workflow as part of a film and/or Television pipeline. It will facilitate creative and innovative practice in the creation of visual assets through various appropriate mediums enabling you to develop your own direction in the professional practice of visual asset production and delivery to the screen. The learning outcomes for specific modules are shown in the module specifications. The aim and learning outcomes are appropriate for Undergraduate level awards and have parity in respect of other related programmes from the Faculty of Arts and Media Technologies approved through the University’s validation process. The outcomes relate to students acquiring, applying and evaluating knowledge and skills.
Finally, the course should equip you with a broad range of professional and educative knowledge and understanding, appropriate to the needs of industry, postgraduate study or self-initiated practice (commercial or conceptual).
Programme learning outcomes
K. Knowledge and understanding On completion of the programme successful you will be able to demonstrate systematic knowledge and understanding of:
1. the impact of historical perspectives, conceptualization and their impact on the special and visual effects industries
2. the influence of business, environmental, legislative, ethical and social constraints upon your current and future practice
3. the impact of technological developments upon a range of capabilities and methodologies within the special and visual effects industries
4. the application of appropriate processes to develop ideas and test concepts
5. the identification and application of a variety of individually selected appropriate
special and visual effects techniques and approaches.
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
C. Cognitive, intellectual or thinking skills On completion of the programme successful you will be able to demonstrate the ability to:
1. apply creativity, imagination and flair in the use of appropriate special and visual effects techniques
2. be willing to take risks and deploy innovative approaches within their work
3. identify problems and visualize solutions through the application of design approaches
4. exercise critical judgment in reflecting upon their own work and that of others
5. research, analyse, design and develop systems for use within the Visual Effects
pipeline
P. Practical, professional or subject-specific skills On completion of the programme successful you will be able to demonstrate the ability to:
1. explore materials, techniques and approaches in relevant mediums.
2. apply a range of special effects skills in the field, studio and in pre and post-production
3. demonstrate a high level of photo/video practical knowledge, skill and creativity in the body of work produced
4. demonstrate awareness of professional skills transferable into vocational, research and employer environments
5. apply a range of visual effects skills on set, in studio and in pre and post-production
T. Transferable, key or personal skills On completion of the programme successful you will be able to demonstrate the ability to:
1. work independently in the planning, management, production of work and reflection in relation to complex projects
2. demonstrate interpersonal skills and particularly the ability to interact effectively and collaborate with others
3. communicate ideas orally, visually and in written form to others
4. develop research skills linked to: source identification; information retrieval and manipulation; the development of appropriate investigative procedures and; analysis of the resulting outcomes
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
5. identify personal strengths, weaknesses and development needs
Programme structure The BSc (Hons) programme is 3 years full-time and up to 5 years part-time. Students take 16 core modules (and one of 3 optional modules) as outlined in the table below. Overall, the number and level of credits for this qualification are 120 credits at Level HE4, 120 credits at HE5 and 120 credits at HE6 – making 360 credits.
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
BSc Visual Effects for Film and Television
Module Code
Module title Core/Option/ Elective (C/O/E)
Credits Length (1, 2 or 3 periods)
SFX4000 Scholarship C 20 1
SFX4001 3D Physical Processes C 20 1
SFX4002 Introduction to Visual Effects C 20 1
SFX4003 Introduction to FX Modelmaking C 20 1
SFX4004 Introduction to 3D CG C 20 1
SFX4005 Introduction to CGI for Film and TV C 20 1
SFX5000 Employability and Entrepreneurial Skills C 20 1
SFX5002 CG for Film and TV C 20 1
SFX5003 Multi Year Group FX Project 1 C 20 1
SFX5004 Portfolio Project C 20 1
SFX5005 Visual Effects and Colour Correction C 20 1
SFX5006 History of Effects with Animatronics O 20 1
SFX5007 History of Effects with Effects Make-up O 20 1
SFX5008 History of Effects with Pyrotechnics O 20 1
SFX6000 Research C 20 1
SFX6002 Advanced CG for Film and TV C 20 1
SFX6005 Compositing C 20 1
SFX6006 Major Project C 40 1
SFX6003 Multi Year Group FX Project 2 C 20 1
Learning and teaching strategies Learning and teaching methods apply a blended style. This may include lectures, seminars,
tutorials and critiques, self-directed learning, e-learning and laboratory/workshop sessions,
as well as online. Practical skills are acquired through technical introduction and support,
workshop sessions, demonstrations and activity-based assignments. Active learning is
promoted with a strong project theme. The programme does not include formal
examinations but may include quizzes within module learning and teaching.
Learning activities (KIS entry)
Course Year HE4 HE5 HE6 Scheduled learning and teaching activities
39% 39% 31%
Guided independent study
61% 61% 69%
Placement/study abroad
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Assessment strategy Assessment is carried out at key points during teaching. Formative assessment with either verbal and/or written feedback is offered during each module. Written feedback is provided following summative assessment.
For each element of course work the summative assessment instrument will test the relevant learning outcome with a set marking criteria. Feedback will then be provided by the tutor in line with the structure outlined in the Faculty handbook.
Assessment methods (KIS entry)
Course Year 1 2 3
Written exams
0% 0% 0%
Coursework
95% 74% 93%
Practical
5% 26% 7%
Assessment regulations Assessment Regulations for Undergraduate Modular Programmes
Grade bands and classifications
Grade Description Mark %
Honours Degree Classification
Work of exceptional quality
70+ i
Work of very good quality
60-69 ii.i
Work of good quality
50-59 ii.ii
Work of satisfactory quality
40-49 iii
Borderline fail 35-39
Fail
Below 35
Honours classification
You will normally be awarded the honours classification resulting from the application of either Rule ACM20 or Rule ACM6.
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Rule ACM20
A weighted average of the marks from modules worth a total of 200 credits at Levels HE5 and HE6 combined, including the marks from modules worth no more than 80 credits at least at Level HE5 (weighted 30 percent) and marks from modules worth at least 120 credits at Level HE6 (weighted 70 percent), which represent the best marks achieved by you at those Levels.
Where the average falls unequivocally into one of the following bands: 48.00 - 49.99, 58.00 - 59.99, 68.00 - 69.99; and you have achieved marks clearly in an honours classification category higher than their average for modules worth at least 110 credits, then you will be awarded an honours degree in the classification category one higher than that indicated by your average. Rule ACM6 (an alternative if you do not have sufficient marks at Levels HE5 and 6 to apply ACM20)
A simple average of the equally weighted marks from modules worth 120 credits at Level HE6 which represent the best marks achieved by you at that Level.
Where the average falls unequivocally into one of the following bands: 48.00 – 49.99, 58.00 – 59.99, 68.00 – 69.99; and you have achieved marks clearly in an honours classification category higher than their average for modules worth at least 70 credits, then you will be awarded an honours degree in the classification category one higher than that indicated by their average. Where you have marks available for fewer than 120 credits at Level HE6, honours classification shall normally be based solely on a simple average of the available marks for modules at Level HE6, subject to there being marks for a minimum of 60 credits awarded by the University. Upgrading of the honours classification will not normally be available where there are marks available for fewer than 120 credits at Level HE6, unless this is explicitly approved.
Role of external examiners External examiners are appointed for all programmes of study. They oversee the assessment process and their duties include: approving assessment tasks, reviewing assessment marks, attending assessment boards and reporting to the University on the assessment process.
Support for student learning
The programme is managed by a programme leader
Induction programme introduces you to the University and their programme
You will have a personal tutor, responsible for support and guidance
External speakers will deliver talks and “Question and Answer” sessions. During visits they often see and provide feedback on student work.
Project briefs provided by industry are available in some modules
Submission of work for design competition/internship submissions is promoted within
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
the course
Visits to effects houses/agencies to provide insight into the world of work.
Personal Development Planning (PDP) integrated into all programmes
Feedback on formative and summative assessments
A Student Centre providing a one-stop shop for information and advice
University support services include housing, counselling, financial advice, careers and a disability
A Chaplaincy
Library and IT services
Student Liaison Officers attached to each Faculty
The Students’ Union advice services
Faculty and Programme Handbooks which provide information about the programme and University regulations
The opportunity to develop skills for employment
English language support for International students
Support for employability and preparation for employment
Methods for evaluating and enhancing the quality of learning opportunities
Programme committees with student representation
Module evaluations by students
Students surveys, e.g. National Student Survey (NSS)
Annual quality monitoring and action planning through Programme Quality Enhancement Plans (PQEPs), Data Analysis Report (DARs) Subject Annual Self Evaluation Report (SASERs), Faculty Quality Enhancement Plans (FQEPs), University Quality Enhancement Plan (UQEP)
Peer review/observation of teaching
Professional development programme for staff
External examiner reports
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Other sources of information Student portal http://www.bolton.ac.uk/Students/Home.aspx Students Union http://www.ubsu.org.uk/ Faculty Handbook http://www.bolton.ac.uk/students/ Module database: http://modules.bolton.ac.uk External examiners reports http://www.bolton.ac.uk/Quality/QAEContents/ExternalExaminersReports/Home.aspx The university careers service and web pages at http://www.bolton.ac.uk/Careers/Home.aspx
Document control
Author(s) Simon Wiggins/Damien Markey
Approved by:
Sarah Riches Chair University Validation event
Date approved:
13 July 2012
Effective from:
Document History:
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Learning outcomes map
BSc Special Effects for Film and Television
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Scholarship SFX4000 C DTA DT DT DT DTA DTA DTA
3D Physical Processes SFX4001 C DTA DT DTA DTA DTA DA
Introduction to Visual Effects SFX4002 C TA DT DTA DTA DTA DA DTA DA
Introduction to FX Modelmaking
SFX4003 C DTA DT DTA DTA DTA DA DA
Introduction to 3D CG SFX4004 C DT DTA DTA DA DA
Introduction to CGI for Film and TV
SFX4005 C DT DTA DTA DA DA
Employability and Entrepreneurial Skills
SFX5000 C DTA D DTA DA DTA
CG for Film and TV SFX5002 C DTA DTA DTA DA DTA DA DA
Multi Year Group FX Project SFX5003 C DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA D DA DTA DA
Portfolio SFX5004 C DTA DTA DTA DA DTA DTA DTA
Visual Effects and Colour Correction
SFX5005 C TA DT DA DTA DA DTA DA
History of Effects with Animatronics
SFX5006 O DTA TA DTA TA DA DTA DTA DTA DA
History of Effects with Effects Make-up
SFX5007 O DTA TA DTA TA DA DTA DTA DTA DA
History of Effects with Pyrotechnics
SFX5008 O DTA TA DTA TA DA DTA DTA DTA DA
Research SFX6000 C DA DTA DT DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA
Advanced CG for Film and TV SFX6002 C DTA DTA DTA DA DA DTA DTA DTA DA DTA DTA DA DA
Compositing SFX6005 C DTA DTA DA A DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DA DA
Multi Year Group FX Project SFX6003 C DA DTA DTA DA DA DTA DTA DA DA D DA DA DTA DA DTA
Major Project SFX6006 C DA DA DA DTA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DA DTA D DA DTA DA
K. Knowledge and understanding P. Practical, professional and subject specific skills C. Cognitive, Intellectual and thinking skills T. Transferable, key or personal skills (Developed = D, Taught = T, Assessed = A)
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Module listing
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Scholarship SFX4000 New 4 20 Stan C CW 100 Y
3D Physical Processes SFX4001 New 4 20 Stan C CW 70 Y CW 30
Introduction to Visual Effects SFX4002 New 4 20 Stan C PRA 30 CW 70 Y
Introduction to FX Modelmaking SFX4003 New 4 20 Stan C CW 20 CW 80 Y
Introduction to 3D CG SFX4004 New 4 20 Stan C CW 80 CW 20 Y
Introduction to CGI for Film and TV SFX4005 New 4 20 Stan C CW 70 Y CW 30
Employability and Entrepreneurial Skills SFX5000 New 5 20 Stan C PRA 50 CW 50 Y
CG for Film and TV SFX5002 New 5 20 Stan C CW 70 Y CW 30
Multi Year Group FX Project 1 SFX5003 New 5 20 Stan C CW 65 Y PRA 35
Portfolio SFX5004 New 5 20 Prac C CW 100 Y
Visual Effects and Colour Correction SFX5005 New 5 20 Stan C CW 80 PRA 20 Y
History of Effects with Animatronics SFX5006 New 5 20 Stan O CW 50 PRA 50 Y
History of Effects with Effects Make-up SFX5007 New 5 20 Stan O CW 50 PRA 50 Y
History of Effects with Pyrotechnics SFX5008 New 5 20 Stan O CW 50 CW 50 Y
Research SFX6000 New 6 20 Stan C CW 100 Y
Advanced CG for Film and TV SFX6002 New 6 20 Stan C CW 70 Y CW 30
Compositing SFX6005 New 6 20 Stan C CW 60 PRA 40 Y
Multi Year Group FX Project 2 SFX6003 New 6 20 Stan C CW 35 CW 65 Y
Major Project SFX6006 New 6 40 Proj C PROJ 100 Y
Type = DISS (Dissertation); FLDW (Fieldwork), INDS (Independent study); OTHR (Other); PLAC (Placement); PRAC (Practical); PROJ (Project); STAN (Standard); WBL (work-based learning)
Assessment = EX (Written Exam); CW (Coursework); PRA (Practical)
Programme specification: BSc Visual Effects for Film and TV Date: 8-Mar-12
Bolton Key Core Curriculum requirements
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Scholarship SFX4000 C DTA DTA DTA D DT DT D DT DT DT
Introduction to Visual Effects SFX4001 C D D DTA DTA D DTA DTA DTA DTA DA DT DA
Introduction to FX Modelmaking
SFX4002 C D DTA D DTA DTA DTA D DA D D D DT
Introduction to 3D CG SFX4003 C D DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA
Introduction to CGI for Film and TV
SFX4004 C D DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA
3D Physical Processes SFX4005 C D DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA D DA D D D DTA
Employability and Entrepreneurial Skills
SFX5000 C DTA DTA D DTA DT DT DT DTA DTA DTA DT DT DTA
CG for Film and TV SFX5002 C D DTA D DTA DTA DTA DTA
Multi Year Group FX Project SFX5003 C D DA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA D D DT DT
Portfolio SFX5004 C DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DA DA D D DTA
Visual Effects and Colour Correction
SFX5005 C D DT DTA D DTA DTA DTA DT DTA
History of Effects with Animatronics
SFX5006 D D DTA DTA DTA DTA DT D DT D DTA DTA DTA
History of Effects with Effects Make-up
SFX5007 D D DTA DTA DTA DTA DT D DT D DTA DTA DTA
History of Effects with Pyrotechnics
SFX5008 D D DTA DTA DTA DTA DT D DT D DTA DTA DTA
Research SFX6000 C DTA DTA DTA DTA DT DT D D DT D DTA
Advanced CG for Film and TV SFX6002 C D DA D DTA DTA DTA DTA
Compositing SFX6005 C D DA D DTA DTA DTA DTA
Multi Year Group FX Project SFX6003 D DA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA DTA D D DT DT
Major Project SFX6006 C DTA DTA DA DTA DTA DA DTA DA DA DA DA D, A D, A
Complete the grid using the following (Developed = D, Taught = T, Assessed = A)
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